http://www.theengineer.co.uk http://www.theengineer.co.uk http://www.theengineer.co.uk/magazine/graphics/logo.png http://www.theengineer.co.uk http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/cimcorp-to-supply-automated-picking-system/1015507.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/cimcorp-to-supply-automated-picking-system/1015507.article Mercadona has commissioned Cimcorp to design and implement a fully automated order picking system for fresh produce at its Guadix distribution centre. Mon, 11 Feb 2013 15:12 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/team-develops-robot-systems-to-remove-aircraft-coatings/1014749.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/team-develops-robot-systems-to-remove-aircraft-coatings/1014749.article Researchers in the US are developing autonomous robotic systems capable of removing coatings from fighter and cargo aircraft. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:02 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/a-fresh-approach-to-uk-manufacturing-events/1014488.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/a-fresh-approach-to-uk-manufacturing-events/1014488.article Subcon, The Engineer and MWP advanced manufacturing magazine are joining together to create a unique set of events at the NEC, Birmingham, from 4 to 6 June 2013. Mon, 5 Nov 2012 14:52 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/bae-systems-switches-on-assembly-line-for-f-35-jets/1014307.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/bae-systems-switches-on-assembly-line-for-f-35-jets/1014307.article BAE Systems has switched on a new production line that will be integral to the assembly of F-35 fighter jets. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:02 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/news/rethink-robotics-unveils-humanoid-factory-robot/1013958.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/news/rethink-robotics-unveils-humanoid-factory-robot/1013958.article A humanoid robot, designed to operate alongside factory workers in a host of industrial settings, has been unveiled by US company Rethink Robotics. Wed, 19 Sep 2012 13:33 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/automation/robotic-results-the-importance-of-automation/1013163.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/automation/robotic-results-the-importance-of-automation/1013163.article UK companies risk falling behind overseas competitors if they fail to invest in automation technologies. Jason Ford reports Tue, 24 Jul 2012 11:26 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/researchers-develop-intelligent-cutting-and-deboning-system/1012795.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/researchers-develop-intelligent-cutting-and-deboning-system/1012795.article Advanced imaging technology and a robotic cutting arm have been employed in a prototype device that automatically debones chicken. Fri, 1 Jun 2012 00:02 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/automation/innomech-develops-inspection-system-for-glass-manufacturer/1012797.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/automation/innomech-develops-inspection-system-for-glass-manufacturer/1012797.article Cambridgeshire-based Innomech has developed a new inspection system for a UK glass manufacturer that could quadruple its production. Thu, 31 May 2012 11:20 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/autotech-controls-purchases-igranic-to-form-new-company/1012643.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/autotech-controls-purchases-igranic-to-form-new-company/1012643.article Autotech Controls has purchased Igranic Control Systems and PSJ Fabrications to form Automated Technology Group (ATG) Ltd. Fri, 18 May 2012 10:16 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/in-depth/the-big-story/averting-a-deep-sea-disaster/1012578.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/in-depth/the-big-story/averting-a-deep-sea-disaster/1012578.article Oil and gas engineers are developing automated blowout preventers that could help avoid a repeat of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster Sun, 13 May 2012 09:00 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/manufacturers-could-profit-from-swarf-processing-system/1012475.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/manufacturers-could-profit-from-swarf-processing-system/1012475.article UK manufacturers are losing millions in potential profit through inefficient recycling, according to the company behind a new in-house waste management system. Tue, 1 May 2012 15:40 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/operations/gkn-opens-wing-components-manufacturing-facility/1012550.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/operations/gkn-opens-wing-components-manufacturing-facility/1012550.article GKN Aerospace has formally opened a manufacturing facility designed to help it win a significant portion of the global wing structures market in the next 30 to 40 years. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:17 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/ebs-automation-announces-trebling-of-workforce/1012340.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/ebs-automation-announces-trebling-of-workforce/1012340.article A Llanelli company that designs, manufactures and installs bespoke automation and robotic systems for a range of industry sectors is trebling the size of its workforce. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:01 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/in-depth/legacy-work/1012352.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/in-depth/legacy-work/1012352.article A series of feasibility studies could bring a greater level of autonomy to nuclear decommissioning projects. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:00 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/aerospace/bae-upgrades-part-production-facilities-at-fighter-jet-factory/1012107.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/aerospace/bae-upgrades-part-production-facilities-at-fighter-jet-factory/1012107.article BAE Systems is installing an automated production line as part of its plans to speed up production of parts for the F-35 fighter jet at its facility in Samlesbury, Lancashire. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:20 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/gkn-aerospace-set-to-become-first-uk-user-of-afp-machine/1012014.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/gkn-aerospace-set-to-become-first-uk-user-of-afp-machine/1012014.article GKN Aerospace is to become the first UK-based user of a machine that can significantly speed up production of complex composite structures. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:02 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/automation/meet-the-electric-hospital-porter/1011492.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/automation/meet-the-electric-hospital-porter/1011492.article Motol University Hospital in Prague is supported by a network of autonomous vehicles that deliver vital supplies to doctors and patients. Sam Shead reports Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/robot-helps-to-develop-and-examine-new-types-of-glass/1010943.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/robot-helps-to-develop-and-examine-new-types-of-glass/1010943.article Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute have created a robot that develops new types of glass and examines their characteristics.  Fri, 18 Nov 2011 16:04 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/report-points-to-robotics-as-a-major-driver-of-job-creation/1010863.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/report-points-to-robotics-as-a-major-driver-of-job-creation/1010863.article A report published in Japan suggests robotics will be a major driver for global job creation over the next five years. Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:21 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/electronics/news/automated-method-points-way-for-making-complex-chemicals/1007691.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/electronics/news/automated-method-points-way-for-making-complex-chemicals/1007691.article A fully automated method for making complex chemicals could transform the production of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, perfumes and food additives. Fri, 4 Mar 2011 14:54 GMT